Clinical Research Coordinator (Neurology) - #Staff

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for the Department of Neurology. The role focuses on coordinating clinical protocol implementation, study logistics, and regulatory support to ensure compliant, efficient operations and robust data collection.

You will collaborate with study teams, assist in recruitment, consent, scheduling, IRB submissions, and data entry, and communicate with participants and PI staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (or equivalent).
• Additional education may substitute for required experience per JHU policy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
• Assist with study start-up meetings and coordinating protocol implementation.
• Support research staff including nurses and investigators in executing protocol-related activities.
• Explain study background and rationale to participants and obtain informed consent.
• Contribute to recruitment strategies and implement various recruitment techniques.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Clinical Trial Management System

Data Entry

Data Collection

Data Management

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communications

Organizational Skills

Project Coordination

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

The Department of Neurology is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator . Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for research-related regulatory issues.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
• Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.
• Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel in executing protocol-related activities.
• Explain the study background and rationale for the research to potential and current participants
• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies for participants for assigned study.
• Implement a variety of techniques for recruitment as appropriate, e.g., print and web-based advertisements, contact referring physicians, participate in community events, etc.
• Independently conduct the consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate participants.
• Schedule participants for required activities and provide any special instructions prior to upcoming tests/exams.
• Serve as liaison to study participants.
• Assist with setup of the data collection system and enter and organize data.
• Assist in coordinating study meetings.
• Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
• Assist with the preparation of submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
• Liaison with IRB on administrative matters and facilitate communications with the PI.
• Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
• Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related undergraduate or work experience in human subjects research.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Attention to Detail - Awareness
• Clinical Trial Management System - Awareness
• Data Entry - Awareness
• Data Collection and Reporting - Awareness
• Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
• Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
• Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
• Organizational Skills - Awareness
• Project Coordination - Awareness
• Regulatory Compliance - Awareness

The core technical skills listed are most essential. Additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Clinical Research Coordinator (Neurology)

Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $35,776. -$63,024 (Commensurate with experience).

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine-East Baltimore Campus

Department name: Neurology

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.